Vegan Seafood Guide

27 items classified under standard Vegan guidelines.

This guide covers all 27 seafood classified under Vegan guidelines. Vegan evaluates foods primarily by whether the food contains any animal-derived ingredients, which determines how each item in this category is classified.

Seafood as a whole are excluded on Vegan. The classification applies at the category level: these foods are either an animal product or a food containing animal-derived ingredients. The individual entries below show the nutritional profile of each item — useful for understanding what you are replacing and for finding substitutes with a similar macro profile.

Quick Reference

Food Status Calories (per 100g)
Anchovies Not Allowed 210kcal
Calamari Not Allowed 234kcal
Canned Salmon Not Allowed 136kcal
Canned Tuna Not Allowed 85kcal
Canned Tuna in Oil Not Allowed 198kcal
Canned Tuna in Water Not Allowed 128kcal
Catfish Not Allowed 95kcal
Clams Not Allowed 86kcal
Cod Not Allowed 82kcal
Crab Not Allowed 83kcal
Fish Sticks Not Allowed 277kcal
Halibut Not Allowed 91kcal
Lobster Not Allowed 97kcal
Mahi Mahi Not Allowed 85kcal
Mussels Not Allowed 109kcal
Oysters Not Allowed 51kcal
Salmon Not Allowed 213kcal
Sardines Not Allowed 208kcal
Scallops Not Allowed 217kcal
Sea Bass Not Allowed 97kcal
Shrimp Not Allowed 426kcal
Smoked Salmon Not Allowed 117kcal
Sushi Not Allowed 94kcal
Swordfish Not Allowed 121kcal
Tilapia Not Allowed 96kcal
Trout Not Allowed 148kcal
Tuna Not Allowed 206kcal

Classification Breakdown

27 Not Allowed — These are either an animal product or a food containing animal-derived ingredients.

The ingredient list matters more than the food category — hidden animal ingredients appear in foods that look plant-based at first glance.

Not Allowed Seafood (27)

Anchovies

Not Allowed

Anchovies is classified as Not Allowed on Vegan, with 210kcal calories per 100g. The classification reflects that it is either an animal product or a food containing animal-derived ingredients. Nutritionally, it also delivers 28.9g protein and 9.7g fat per serving. It ranks among the highest in this category for calories. The nearest lower option is Sardines at 208kcal.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

210kcalCalories
28.9gProtein
9.7gFat
0gCarbs
0gFiber

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Calamari

Not Allowed

Calamari is classified as Not Allowed on Vegan, with 234kcal calories per 100g. The classification reflects that it is either an animal product or a food containing animal-derived ingredients. Nutritionally, it also delivers 13.8g protein and 13.2g fat per serving. It ranks among the highest in this category for calories. The nearest lower option is Scallops at 217kcal.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

234kcalCalories
13.8gProtein
13.2gFat
14.1gCarbs
0.5gFiber

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Canned Salmon

Not Allowed

At 136kcal calories per 100g, Canned Salmon falls into the Not Allowed category under Vegan guidelines. It is either an animal product or a food containing animal-derived ingredients. Beyond the primary classification, canned salmon also provides 24.6g protein and 378mg sodium per 100g. Within this category, it falls between Canned Tuna in Water and Trout for calories, ranking 17 of 27.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

136kcalCalories
24.6gProtein
4.2gFat
0gCarbs
0gFiber

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Canned Tuna

Not Allowed

Canned Tuna is classified as Not Allowed on Vegan, with 85kcal calories per 100g. This means it is either an animal product or a food containing animal-derived ingredients. It also contains 19g protein and 219mg sodium, which may factor into overall meal planning. Among the 27 items in this category, canned tuna sits at the low end for calories — next closest is Mahi Mahi at 85kcal.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

85kcalCalories
19gProtein
0.9gFat
0.1gCarbs
0gFiber

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Canned Tuna in Oil

Not Allowed

At 198kcal calories per 100g, Canned Tuna in Oil falls into the Not Allowed category under Vegan guidelines. The classification reflects that it is either an animal product or a food containing animal-derived ingredients. Nutritionally, it also delivers 29.1g protein and 8.2g fat per serving. Within this category, it falls between Trout and Tuna for calories, ranking 19 of 27.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

198kcalCalories
29.1gProtein
8.2gFat
0gCarbs
0gFiber

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Canned Tuna in Water

Not Allowed

Canned Tuna in Water is classified as Not Allowed on Vegan, with 128kcal calories per 100g. The classification reflects that it is either an animal product or a food containing animal-derived ingredients. Nutritionally, it also delivers 23.6g protein and 377mg sodium per serving. Within this category, it falls between Swordfish and Canned Salmon for calories, ranking 16 of 27.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

128kcalCalories
23.6gProtein
3gFat
0gCarbs
0gFiber

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Catfish

Not Allowed

At 95kcal calories per 100g, Catfish falls into the Not Allowed category under Vegan guidelines. The classification reflects that it is either an animal product or a food containing animal-derived ingredients. Nutritionally, it also delivers 16.4g protein per serving. Within this category, it falls between Sushi and Tilapia for calories, ranking 9 of 27.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

95kcalCalories
16.4gProtein
2.8gFat
0gCarbs
0gFiber

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Clams

Not Allowed

At 86kcal calories per 100g, Clams falls into the Not Allowed category under Vegan guidelines. It is either an animal product or a food containing animal-derived ingredients. Beyond the primary classification, clams also provides 14.7g protein per 100g. Among the 27 items in this category, clams sits at the low end for calories — next closest is Halibut at 91kcal.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

86kcalCalories
14.7gProtein
1gFat
3.6gCarbs
0gFiber

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Cod

Not Allowed

Cod is classified as Not Allowed on Vegan, with 82kcal calories per 100g. The classification reflects that it is either an animal product or a food containing animal-derived ingredients. Nutritionally, it also delivers 17.8g protein per serving. Among the 27 items in this category, cod sits at the low end for calories — next closest is Crab at 83kcal.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

VariantCaloriesProteinFatCarbsFiber
Atlantic (raw)82kcal17.8g0.7g0g0g
Pacific (raw)84kcal20.4g0.3g0g

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Crab

Not Allowed

Crab is classified as Not Allowed on Vegan, with 83kcal calories per 100g. The classification reflects that it is either an animal product or a food containing animal-derived ingredients. Nutritionally, it also delivers 17.9g protein and 395mg sodium per serving. Among the 27 items in this category, crab sits at the low end for calories — next closest is Canned Tuna at 85kcal.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

83kcalCalories
17.9gProtein
0.7gFat
0gCarbs
0gFiber

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Fish Sticks

Not Allowed

With 277kcal calories per 100g, Fish Sticks earns a Not Allowed classification on Vegan. This means it is either an animal product or a food containing animal-derived ingredients. It also contains 11g protein and 16.2g fat, which may factor into overall meal planning. It ranks among the highest in this category for calories. The nearest lower option is Calamari at 234kcal.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

277kcalCalories
11gProtein
16.2gFat
21.7gCarbs
1.5gFiber

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Halibut

Not Allowed

At 91kcal calories per 100g, Halibut falls into the Not Allowed category under Vegan guidelines. The classification reflects that it is either an animal product or a food containing animal-derived ingredients. Nutritionally, it also delivers 18.6g protein per serving. Within this category, it falls between Clams and Sushi for calories, ranking 7 of 27.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

91kcalCalories
18.6gProtein
1.3gFat
0gCarbs
0gFiber

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Lobster

Not Allowed

At 97kcal calories per 100g, Lobster falls into the Not Allowed category under Vegan guidelines. The classification reflects that it is either an animal product or a food containing animal-derived ingredients. Nutritionally, it also delivers 20.9g protein and 535mg sodium per serving. Within this category, it falls between Tilapia and Sea Bass for calories, ranking 11 of 27.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

97kcalCalories
20.9gProtein
1gFat
0gCarbs
0gFiber

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Mahi Mahi

Not Allowed

At 85kcal calories per 100g, Mahi Mahi falls into the Not Allowed category under Vegan guidelines. The classification reflects that it is either an animal product or a food containing animal-derived ingredients. Nutritionally, it also delivers 18.5g protein per serving. Among the 27 items in this category, mahi mahi sits at the low end for calories — next closest is Clams at 86kcal.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

85kcalCalories
18.5gProtein
0.7gFat
0gCarbs
0gFiber

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Mussels

Not Allowed

At 109kcal calories per 100g, Mussels falls into the Not Allowed category under Vegan guidelines. The classification reflects that it is either an animal product or a food containing animal-derived ingredients. Nutritionally, it also delivers 15.1g protein and 362mg sodium per serving. Within this category, it falls between Sea Bass and Smoked Salmon for calories, ranking 13 of 27.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

109kcalCalories
15.1gProtein
2.8gFat
4.7gCarbs
0gFiber

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Oysters

Not Allowed

Oysters is classified as Not Allowed on Vegan, with 51kcal calories per 100g. This means it is either an animal product or a food containing animal-derived ingredients. It also contains 5.7g protein, which may factor into overall meal planning. Among the 27 items in this category, oysters sits at the low end for calories — next closest is Cod at 82kcal.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

51kcalCalories
5.7gProtein
1.7gFat
2.7gCarbs
0gFiber

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Salmon

Not Allowed

Salmon is classified as Not Allowed on Vegan, with 213kcal calories per 100g. The classification reflects that it is either an animal product or a food containing animal-derived ingredients. Nutritionally, it also delivers 10.8g protein and 17.4g fat per serving. It ranks among the highest in this category for calories. The nearest lower option is Anchovies at 210kcal.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

VariantCaloriesProteinFatCarbsFiber
Atlantic (raw)142kcal19.8g6.3g0g0g
Atlantic (farmed, raw)208kcal20.4g13.4g0g0g

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Sardines

Not Allowed

Sardines is classified as Not Allowed on Vegan, with 208kcal calories per 100g. This means it is either an animal product or a food containing animal-derived ingredients. It also contains 24.6g protein and 11.5g fat, which may factor into overall meal planning. It ranks among the highest in this category for calories. The nearest lower option is Tuna at 206kcal.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

208kcalCalories
24.6gProtein
11.5gFat
0gCarbs
0gFiber

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Scallops

Not Allowed

Scallops is classified as Not Allowed on Vegan, with 217kcal calories per 100g. This means it is either an animal product or a food containing animal-derived ingredients. It also contains 11.1g protein and 12.5g fat, which may factor into overall meal planning. It ranks among the highest in this category for calories. The nearest lower option is Salmon at 213kcal.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

217kcalCalories
11.1gProtein
12.5gFat
14.1gCarbs
0.5gFiber

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Sea Bass

Not Allowed

Sea Bass is classified as Not Allowed on Vegan, with 97kcal calories per 100g. The classification reflects that it is either an animal product or a food containing animal-derived ingredients. Nutritionally, it also delivers 18.4g protein per serving. Within this category, it falls between Lobster and Mussels for calories, ranking 12 of 27.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

97kcalCalories
18.4gProtein
2gFat
0gCarbs
0gFiber

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Shrimp

Not Allowed

Shrimp is classified as Not Allowed on Vegan, with 426kcal calories per 100g. This means it is either an animal product or a food containing animal-derived ingredients. It also contains 7.1g protein and 17.9g fat, which may factor into overall meal planning. It ranks among the highest in this category for calories. The nearest lower option is Fish Sticks at 277kcal.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

VariantCaloriesProteinFatCarbsFiber
Raw100kcal20.4g1.4g0g0g
Cooked87kcal17.5g1.3g0g0g

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Smoked Salmon

Not Allowed

Smoked Salmon is classified as Not Allowed on Vegan, with 117kcal calories per 100g. This means it is either an animal product or a food containing animal-derived ingredients. It also contains 18.3g protein and 672mg sodium, which may factor into overall meal planning. Within this category, it falls between Mussels and Swordfish for calories, ranking 14 of 27.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

117kcalCalories
18.3gProtein
4.3gFat
0gCarbs
0gFiber

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Sushi

Not Allowed

Sushi is classified as Not Allowed on Vegan, with 94kcal calories per 100g. The classification reflects that it is either an animal product or a food containing animal-derived ingredients. Nutritionally, it also delivers 428mg sodium per serving. Within this category, it falls between Halibut and Catfish for calories, ranking 8 of 27.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

94kcalCalories
2.9gProtein
0.7gFat
18.4gCarbs
1gFiber

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Swordfish

Not Allowed

At 121kcal calories per 100g, Swordfish falls into the Not Allowed category under Vegan guidelines. It is either an animal product or a food containing animal-derived ingredients. Beyond the primary classification, swordfish also provides 19.7g protein per 100g. Within this category, it falls between Smoked Salmon and Canned Tuna in Water for calories, ranking 15 of 27.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

121kcalCalories
19.7gProtein
4gFat
0gCarbs
0gFiber

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Tilapia

Not Allowed

At 96kcal calories per 100g, Tilapia falls into the Not Allowed category under Vegan guidelines. The classification reflects that it is either an animal product or a food containing animal-derived ingredients. Nutritionally, it also delivers 20.1g protein per serving. Within this category, it falls between Catfish and Lobster for calories, ranking 10 of 27.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

96kcalCalories
20.1gProtein
1.7gFat
0gCarbs
0gFiber

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Trout

Not Allowed

At 148kcal calories per 100g, Trout falls into the Not Allowed category under Vegan guidelines. The classification reflects that it is either an animal product or a food containing animal-derived ingredients. Nutritionally, it also delivers 20.8g protein and 6.6g fat per serving. Within this category, it falls between Canned Salmon and Canned Tuna in Oil for calories, ranking 18 of 27.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

148kcalCalories
20.8gProtein
6.6gFat
0gCarbs
0gFiber

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Tuna

Not Allowed

At 206kcal calories per 100g, Tuna falls into the Not Allowed category under Vegan guidelines. It is either an animal product or a food containing animal-derived ingredients. Beyond the primary classification, tuna also provides 15.3g protein and 14.9g fat per 100g. Within this category, it falls between Canned Tuna in Oil and Sardines for calories, ranking 20 of 27.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

VariantCaloriesProteinFatCarbsFiber
Fresh (raw)144kcal23.3g4.9g0g0g
Canned in Water90kcal19g0.9g0.1g
Canned in Oil198kcal29.1g8.2g0g0g

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